Kind of between 2009 and 2014 they produced 50 millions lenses (10 millions average) and between 2014 and now 70 millions (6,36 millions average). So they are definitely slowing down, we don't have more precise data's in the article. RF could have had a noticeable impact on this average per year.Their closed-lens-mount strategy seems to be working OK.
I wonder if the seamless integration of EF is also a factor. I have noticed a lot of people adapting EF lenses that they could previously not afford before the arrival of RF and putting off new purchases consequently. Looking at the secondary market, EF lenses are an absolute bargain.
eh.Their closed-lens-mount strategy seems to be working OK.
Well. While I don't applause Canon's closed mount policy, you cannot directly compare with historical numbers with focus on that only (if that will be the theme). The market of "system cameras" (DSLRs and mirrorless) is generally much smaller today.
You're right - any real comparison has to be not just with historical Canon sales, but also the market as a whole, and the major competitors (Sony and Nikon - and maybe the 3rd party lens market). But I suspect those sort of stats are hard to come by?
